Directly related words:
* cern: This word itself is used in scientific contexts, especially in biology, to refer to a specific kind of particle.
* cernment: This word means the act of sifting or separating. It is quite rare.
* discern: To perceive or recognize something clearly.
* discernment: The ability to make good judgments.
* incert: To insert or place something. (While this word looks similar, it actually comes from a different Latin root, "inserere")
Words where "cern" is part of a larger root:
* concern: To worry or interest. (From *concernere* which originally meant "to bind together")
* concerning: Relating to.
* uncertain: Not sure or definite.
* certain: Sure, definite, or sure to happen.
* certainty: The state of being sure or confident.
* ascertain: To find out for sure.
Other words:
While these words don't directly have "cern" in them, they are related in meaning and share the same root:
* discrete: Separate and distinct.
* discreet: Showing tact and good judgment.
* criterion: A standard used for judging something.
Let me know if you'd like to explore any of these words further!